Committees - CRHNet

Awards Committee

The CRHNet Awards Program is a national awards program established to recognize and honour exemplary individuals participating in and contributing to the study and practice of disaster risk management. The program is run by a standing committee of CRHNet members which reports to the CRHNet Board. CRHNet Awards are presented annually at the CRHNet Symposium and this year, virtually.

Recognize and highlight outstanding practices and initiatives in disaster risk management,
Profile noteworthy individuals and organizations for their work in the field of disaster risk management
Offer inspiration, moral support, and encouragement to individuals working in disaster risk management, regardless of affiliation(s)

For more information, or to volunteer for this committee, please contact awards@crhnet.ca

Committee Chair: Sophie Guilbault

Committee Members:

Communications and Marketing Committee

CRHNet is committed to supporting and developing academics and professionals in the fields of disaster risk reduction and emergency management.

The communications and marketing (C&M) committee is a standing committee of the Canadian Risk and Hazards Network (CRHNet) with the aim to enhance engagement and share information with members and the broader disaster and emergency management (DEM) community.

Annual Priorities

Ongoing promotion of latest HazNet issue, with emails to members and promoting specific content/articles on social media
Promote CRHNet and partner events through CRHNet social media channels
Develop a plan intended to grow our online presence and proactive communication to members
Deliver the web and social media plan

For more information, or to volunteer for this committee, please contact communications@crhnet.ca

Committee Chair: Tamara Rose

Committee Members: Pascal Parent

Communications and Marketing Committee Terms of Reference

Emerging Professionals Committee

We are excited to announce a new Emerging Professionals Committee.

Are you looking to get involved in shaping the future of Disaster and Emergency Management (D&EM), make connections and build experience? If so, you might be interested in the new CRHNet Emerging Professionals Committee! This is a Canada-wide committee that will be meeting monthly to plan and advocate for emerging professionals in D&EM. It will work closely with the CRHNet board to connect with students in this field of practice and study.

What can the committee do?

Plan events for emerging professionals such as job fairs
Create a mentorship or field placement program
Plan/share information about training and certifications
Create an emerging professionals social media presence through CRHNet channels
Create working groups on topics like DRR, diversity and inclusion, or the professionalization of D&EM

The opportunities are only bonded by the limits of our imaginations, but to do this, we need you.

For more information, or to apply for this committee for the 2026/2027 academic year, please contact ep@crhnet.ca

Committee Co-Chairs: Caitlin Parker & Sydney Fraser
Committee Members: Sophia Rottman, Michelle Syonne M. Reyes, Rob Strachan, Alexander Patton, Saige Genyk

Emerging Professionals Terms of Reference

Emerging Professionals FAQs

Partnerships and Professional Development (PPD) Committee

CRHNet is committed to supporting and developing professionals in the fields of disaster risk reduction and emergency management.

The PPD Committee is a standing committee of the Canadian Risk and Hazards Network (CRHNet) with the aim to support work and initiatives that advance both people and the profession in the field of Emergency Management.

Annual Priorities

Review and update member benefits based on membership feedback and strategic priorities
Conduct membership drive
Secure symposium sponsorships
Identify and secure new project partnerships and funding streams to support strategic work
Stand up a symposium planning sub-committee as needed

For more information, or to volunteer for this committee, please contact ep@crhnet.ca

Committee Chair: Caitlin Parker

Committee Members: Panganai Mandara, Blessing Mucherera, Steve Kallies

Partnership and Professional Development Committee Terms of Reference

Awards Committee

Communications and Marketing Committee

Emerging Professionals Committee

Partnerships and Professional Development (PPD) Committee

2026 Symposium Committee

Emerging Professional Spotlight: Cassandra Cartwright

Emerging Professional Spotlight: Brittny Beamish

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